At North Bellmore library, community rocks along with Face to Face

The North Bellmore Library is set to rock all summer long with free outdoor concerts, inviting members of the community and beyond to come and enjoy.

The concert series kicked off with the Penny Lane Beatles Tribute band on July 11, and recently featured Face to Face on July 25. The tribute band founded in Charlotte, North Carolina, featured two amazing pianists covering the best of Billy Joel and Elton John, along with a team of additional musicians.

And better yet — those attending concerts can contribute to a good cause. The library once again partnered with the Levittown American Legion Post 1711 to collect nonperishable food items for Vet Mart. The post runs a monthly food drive and collects donations for various organizations, including Long Island Care, among many others.

The Nassau County Veterans Food Pantry, better known as Vet Mart, in East Meadow, is located behind the Nassau University Medical Center. It supports veterans who are facing food insecurity.

During last year’s concert series, library trustee Brandon Gimpelman said the items collected for the American Legion “really goes a long way.”

The American Legion post collects cash donations, alongside food. Donations are given to local churches and other food banks, including Long Island Cares. Its efforts to give back to Long Islanders in need began during the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, and they are still going strong.

Face to Face reignited why the Bellmore-Merrick community loves the summer concerts at the library. The two dueling pianists thrilled the audience, combining their excellent stage presence with classic hits that everyone knows and enjoys.

Concerts will continue to take place on Thursdays throughout the summer, weather permitting.

Shows begin around 7 p.m. For more information about start times, cancelation dates and a full list of performances, visit NorthBellmoreLibrary.org.